What is the average electricity rate in Delaware City, Delaware?

The average residential electricity rate in Delaware City is approximately 18.60¢/kWh per kWh. The average household pays around $131 per month for electricity.

What is the average natural gas bill in Delaware City?

Natural gas customers in Delaware City pay an average of $84 per month. The rate is approximately $1.36/therm per therm.

Which electric company serves Delaware City, Delaware?

Electricity in Delaware City is distributed by Delmarva Power (Pepco Holdings) and Delaware Electric Cooperative. Contact your provider at your local service address to confirm which utility serves your home.

Which gas company serves Delaware City?

Delaware City natural gas service is provided by Chesapeake Utilities and Delmarva Power Gas. Call them directly for new service connections or to report a gas leak.

How do Delaware City electricity rates compare to Delaware averages?

Delaware City's electricity rate of 18.60¢/kWh is below the Delaware state average of 19.38¢/kWh. This can reflect a municipal utility or favorable regional generation mix.

How do I start or stop utility service in Delaware City?

To start electric service in Delaware City, contact Delmarva Power (Pepco Holdings) and Delaware Electric Cooperative. For gas service, contact Chesapeake Utilities and Delmarva Power Gas. You'll typically need a photo ID, your new address, and a move-in date. Service can usually be established within 1-3 business days.

Delaware City, Delaware Gas & Electricity Rates — Utility Providers & Savings 2026

Gas & Electricity in Delaware City, Delaware

Delaware City, Delaware is served by Delmarva Power (Pepco Holdings) for electricity and Chesapeake Utilities for natural gas. Rates in Delaware City are comparable to the Delaware state average of 19.38¢/kWh, and residents can access all state-level energy assistance programs.

Compared to the Delaware state average of 19.38¢/kWh/kWh, Delaware City's electricity rate of 18.60¢/kWh is 0.78¢ below the Delaware average. As Delaware is a deregulated market, Delaware City residents can shop for competitive electricity suppliers to potentially reduce their supply rate.

Electric Utility in Delaware City

Delmarva Power (Pepco Holdings)
Delaware Electric Cooperative

Natural Gas Utility in Delaware City

Chesapeake Utilities
Delmarva Power Gas

Delaware City vs Delaware Energy Rates

Metric	Delaware City	Delaware Average	US Average
Electric Rate (¢/kWh)	18.60¢	19.38¢	16.00¢
Gas Rate ($/therm)	$1.36	$1.43	$1.47
Monthly Electric Bill	$131	$136	$117
Monthly Gas Bill	$84	$88	$73

Energy Assistance Programs for Delaware City Residents

As a Delaware city, Delaware City residents can access the following state and local assistance programs:

✅ Delaware LIHEAP
✅ Delaware Weatherization Assistance
✅ ENERGIZE Delaware
✅ Delaware Sustainable Energy Utility

Energy-Saving Tips for Delaware City Residents

✓ Insulate your attic to at least R-49 to reduce winter heat loss by up to 15%.
✓ Install a programmable thermostat and set it to 68°F while home, 60°F while sleeping or away.
✓ Seal air leaks around windows and doors before the heating season to cut drafts.
✓ Schedule an annual furnace tune-up every fall to maintain peak efficiency.
✓ Use heavy drapes on north-facing windows during winter to reduce cold air infiltration.

FAQ — Gas & Electricity in Delaware City, Delaware

The average residential electricity rate in Delaware City is approximately 18.60¢/kWh per kWh. The average household pays around $131 per month for electricity.
Natural gas customers in Delaware City pay an average of $84 per month. The rate is approximately $1.36/therm per therm.
Electricity in Delaware City is distributed by Delmarva Power (Pepco Holdings) and Delaware Electric Cooperative. Contact your provider at your local service address to confirm which utility serves your home.
Delaware City natural gas service is provided by Chesapeake Utilities and Delmarva Power Gas. Call them directly for new service connections or to report a gas leak.
Delaware City's electricity rate of 18.60¢/kWh is below the Delaware state average of 19.38¢/kWh. This can reflect a municipal utility or favorable regional generation mix.
To start electric service in Delaware City, contact Delmarva Power (Pepco Holdings) and Delaware Electric Cooperative. For gas service, contact Chesapeake Utilities and Delmarva Power Gas. You'll typically need a photo ID, your new address, and a move-in date. Service can usually be established within 1-3 business days.